Lava Smart 4 Plus vs Lava Storm Play
The Lava Smart 4 Plus (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 21/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Smart 4 Plus
Lava Storm Play
What makes Lava Smart 4 Plus better?
- Overall rating 21/100
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 846
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Smart 4 Plus vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Storm Play scores 24 points higher (45/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 Plus (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 Plus (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Smart 4 Plus | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.5 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $109 |
Camera comparison
Lava Smart 4 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Smart 4 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Smart 4 Plus
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Smart 4 Plus and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Lava Smart 4 Plus by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Smart 4 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 Plus (51/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Smart 4 Plus (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Smart 4 Plus or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Smart 4 Plus by 24 points (45/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Smart 4 Plus and the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Smart 4 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Smart 4 Plus or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Smart 4 Plus or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Smart 4 Plus over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.